Holding steady, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Erickson since 1959
Babies named Erickson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 85 |
| 1980s | 133 |
| 1990s | 196 |
| 2000s | 255 |
| 2010s | 327 |
| 2020s | 174 |
Meaning & origin
Erickson is a patronymic surname turned given name, recorded since 1959. In 2025 it ranked 5,608, with roughly 1 in 106,755 boys receiving the name. Its peak year was 2008, reflecting a broader trend of surname-style first names. The name has remained stable in usage, with Florida being the top state in recent years. As a Scandinavian and English patronymic, it carries the meaning 'son of Eric' and inherits the strong, ruler-associated legacy of its root name.
Erickson is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Eric,' derived from the Old Norse personal name Eiríkr, composed of elements meaning 'ever' and 'ruler.' As a given name, it reflects the common practice of using surnames as first names, particularly in the United States, where it gained modest popularity starting in the mid-20th century.
Where Erickson is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eric, Erik, Rick, Ricky, Sonny
Sibling names for Erickson
Names that share Erickson's style, for a brother or sister.
